Klein Tools 86520 Crimper for Ductwork, Pipe and Sheet Metal Crimps 24 gauge Steel, 28 ,Blue/Gray,5 Blade

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They are known for creating strong holds and powerful seals in all kinds of wiring applications. When used properly, crimp tools create seals impermeable to moisture, air, and corrosion. Crimp tools are specifically designed for crimping, which makes them a must-have when working with certain connectors. Electricians use them to attach various connectors to the ends of wires and cables. Metals are joined via a special connector. Stripped wire (often stranded) is inserted through the correctly sized opening of the connector, and a crimper is used to tightly squeeze the opening against the wire. Depending on the type of connector used, it may be attached to a metal plate by a separate screw or bolt or it could be simply screwed on using the connector itself to make the attachment like an F connector.

Crimping tools look similar to pliers or wire strippers in form, and many crimp tools are designed to provide similar functions. Alongside crimping, certain crimp tools can cut, bend, strip, and grip certain objects.

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Crimp tools are a range of handheld devices that can join components by crimping (compressing) them together. This is known as 'cold welding' - opposed to hot welding that uses heat, cold welding uses pressure to create a seal that is not easily broken. A vital member of any electrician's toolbox, a crimp tool provides a strong seal when attaching connectors to any kind of wiring or cabling.

Electricians need to create strong seals to keep circuits clean and insulated. This is why crimp tools are a vital component to the toolkit of any electrician, engineer, mechanic, or maintenance worker, who commonly use crimp tools for:

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Some crimpers come with interchangeable wheels so you can change the pattern. While large crimps look brilliant on pies and pasties, pasta pieces look better with smaller crimps. Durability Electric crimp tool - Electric crimp tools are battery or mains operated to help ease the burden on the user when performing heavy-duty crimping work. Pneumatic crimp tool - The most powerful type of crimp tool available, pneumatic crimp tools bring serious force to the most demanding applications. They are available as handheld or as heavy-duty bench-mounted models. When choosing a crimp tool, it can be hard to know what type is right for you. Here are a few of the most common types available:

A crimping tool or crimp tool is used to created crimps. [1] [2] Crimping tools range in size from small handheld devices to benchtop machines used for industrial purposes. [3] [2] Uses [ edit ] Crimped connectors on hydraulic hoseIn metalworking, crimping is a method of joining two or more pieces of metal or other ductile material by deforming one or both of them to hold the other. The bend or deformity is called the crimp. [1] [2] Because it can be a cold-working technique, crimping can also be used to form a strong bond between the workpiece and a non-metallic component. Hammer crimp tool - Hammer crimp tools are more compact than regular crimp tools. This is because, instead of handles, users must hit the tool with a hammer to apply pressure. Crimping is a method of joining two or more pieces of metal or other ductile material by deforming one or both of them to hold the other. The bend or deformity is called the crimp. [1] [2] Crimping tools are used to create crimps.

In jewelry manufacture, crimp beads, or crimp tubes, are used to make secure joints in fine wire, such as used in clasps or tie loops. A crimped lead (or other soft metal) seal is attached to secure wires used to secure fasteners in aircraft, or to provide visual evidence of tampering when securing a utility meter or as a seal on cargo containers.In plumbing, there is a trend in some jurisdictions towards the use of crimped fittings to join metallic pipes, replacing the traditional soldering or "sweating" of joints. This trend is driven in part by increased restrictions or bans of processes involving open flames, which may now require costly special permits. If you're looking for the best crimp tool for your applications, feel free to ask our experts for specialised, impartial advice. Hydraulic crimp tool - Similar in function to electric crimp tools, hydraulic crimp tools are powered by a hydraulic fluid system and require next to no physical effort to operate. This makes them ideal for heavy duty applications.